CPSC, Thomson Inc. Announce Recall of Portable DVD Player Batteries
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The hazard
The battery can overheat and explode while recharging, posing a burn and fire hazard to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should stop using and stop recharging the battery immediately and contact Thomson Inc. for a free replacement battery. The portable DVD player is not being recalled, and consumers can continue to use it without the battery, until they receive a replacement battery. The player can be used with the AC Power Adapter by simply unplugging the battery from the unit and plugging the AC Power Adapter into the 9-volt jack on the unit.
Brands named
Recall history
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